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Theater Talk

BTPM NPR
Buffalo
Buffalo, United States
Shaw Festival
Broadway
New York City
Theater
Shea's Performing Arts Center
Buffalo, New York
God Of Carnage
Theater Talk
Gidion's Knot
THIRST
Wicked
Kenan Center
Hairspray (musical)
Corduroy
Ghost Brothers Of Darkland County
Diary Of a Wimpy Kid
Kimberly Akimbo
The Brothers Size

For 30 years, Theater Talk has been appointment listening on BTPM NPR, featuring the insights of theater critic and historian, Anthony Chase.Chase co-hosted Theater Talk with Buffalo Broadcast Hall of Famer Jim Santella for many years. These days it's Peter Hall.With more than 20 active producing theater companies in Buffalo alone, not to mention Shea’s Performing Arts Center and the Shaw Festival... more

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This week on Theater Talk, it's all in the one block "Theatre District" as Anthony and Peter talk about Anna Fernandez, about to leave for New York, starring brilliantly in HIS GIRL WATSON: A SHERLOCK NOIR at the Alleyway; while down Main St. Aaron S... more

This week on Theater Talk, Anthony and Peter reflect on a busy weekend with Pride, the Tonys (remember Anthony called SCHMIGADOON as best musical), and the 2026 Artie Awards (35th annual!) held Monday June 8, at Babeville, hosted by Anthony Chase, Ja... more

This week on Theater Talk, Anthony and Peter talk about the 2026 Artie Awards, Monday June 8, at Babeville, doors open at 7, show is at 8, with red carpet photography, and judging for best outfits, hosted on stage by Anthony Chase, Jake Hayes, Maria ... more

This week on Theater Talk, Anthony and Peter talk about the 2026 Artie Award nominations, which are posted below and on theatertalkbuffalo.com. The Artie Awards will take place on Monday, June 8, 2026. Doors open at 7 p.m., the show starts at 8 p.m.,... more

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Kristoffer Diaz
Playwright of Things With Friends
Playwright, Things With Friends
Episode: Theater Talk: A conversation with Kristoffer Diaz about his play THINGS WITH FRIENDS at Alleyway; Other openings: Broadway's WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at Shea's; BUA's LAUGHING TROLL CAFE; Irish Classical's ISLANDER; O'Connell's ALIVE & KICKING. See Listings!
Keelie Sheridan
Oversight/creative lead at Irish Classical Theatre Company
Irish Classical Theatre Company
Episode: Theatre Talk: Four solid shows close this weekend: PRECIOUS LITTLE, "FORUM," SHELTERED, and A SKULL IN CONNEMARA (thanks Keelie Sheridan for those excellent Irish Classical shows). EXIT STRATEGY continues at Road Less Traveled. Click through for listings.
Alex Sobler
Playwright/author of Sheltered
Theater writer
Episode: Theater Talk: SHELTERED at Jewish Repertory powerful, timely, great acting and directing. Read Anthony's blog, then go (up through 3/1). Alexandra McArthur stunning in new set at the Smith with Jazz great George Caldwall in "Lady Day..." through this weekend. Click through for complete listings.
Edesia Moreno Barata
Director Choreographer for Cirque du Soleil, Christmas show
Cirque du Soleil
Episode: Theater Talk: An extended conversation with Edesia Moreno Barata, director/choreographer for Cirque du Soleil's 'TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE (at Shea's through 12/28). See listings also for A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Alleyway and BLACK COMEDY at Desiderio's.
Terry Guest
Playwright from Georgia, Chicago-based
Playwright
Episode: Theater Talk: Author Terry Guest on OAK at Alleyway, CONSCIENCE delivers powerful performances at Jewish Rep, last weekend for URINETOWN with super choregraphy by Kristy Cavanagh. Click through and scroll down for complete listings through December.
Michele Ragusa
Broadway star, noted for originating roles and regional theatre; frequent collaborator with local theatres
Broadway performer
Episode: Theater Talk: A chat with special guest Michele Ragusa to sing with BPO; Curtain Up! is tonight with five shows on Main Street to add to the excitement. See listings.
Veanne Cox
Actor involved in projects at Shaw/Chautauqua
Theater/Development
Episode: Theater Talk: Anthony's talk at Shaw a success; preview of BLUES FOR AN ALABAMA SKY had added delight; Chautauqua has two openings; and Veanne Cox has three shows in development (fingers crossed for WHAT'S NEW PUSSYCAT)
Fiona Byrne
Actor, Shaw Festival regular, praised for Major Barbara
Shaw Festival
Episode: Theater Talk: Shakespeare in Delaware Park's RICHARD III very clear and timely, Anthony in NYC for Charles Busch reunion, Jean Smart's CALL ME IZZY, and MAYBE HAPPY ENDING. At the Shawfest, DEAR LIAR is engaging, ANYTHING GOES is over-the-top wonderful, and MAJOR BARBARA beautifully cast, including Fiona Byrne, who joins Anthony (and Neil Barclay and Philip Aiken) for the roundtable Saturday, August 9, at 10am in the Spiegeltent. Get your tickets today!

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Anthony Chase
Theater critic and historian who hosts and contributes insights on Western New York theatre, with strong ties to local theatre organizations and awards.
Peter Hall
Co-host and narrative partner, providing reviews, commentary, and context on regional productions and theater trends.

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A locally focused theater critique show that centers Western New York's live performance ecosystem, blending capsule reviews, backstage anecdotes, and industry chatter. Episodes routinely cover a mix of regional productions—from community and dinner-theatre to mid-sized company shows—often tying in venue quirkiness, cast dynamics, and production details with snapshots of the broader theater landscape, including occasional Broadway connections. Noteworthy is the hosts' veteran perspective and devotion to the regional scene, which yields lively banter, insider context, and practical listings that help superfans and casual audiences decide what to see next. The format likely appeals to listeners who value thoughtful critique, local arts covera... more

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2. Keelie Sheridan
3. Alex Sobler
4. Edesia Moreno Barata
5. Terry Guest
6. Michele Ragusa
7. Veanne Cox
8. Fiona Byrne

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